Description
Homemade BBQ Sauce is the ultimate flavor booster for any meal, bringing a fresh and zesty alternative to store-bought options. This easy recipe combines the rich taste of tomato ketchup with tangy apple cider vinegar and a blend of spices, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and heat. Whether you’re grilling meats, dipping snacks, or marinating vegetables, this versatile sauce enhances your favorite dishes effortlessly. Plus, it’s free from preservatives, allowing you to enjoy wholesome goodness that you can customize to suit your palate. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this quick homemade BBQ sauce that’s bound to become a staple in your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups tomato ketchup
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 Tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 Tbsp paprika
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the tomato ketchup, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, yellow mustard, paprika, minced garlic, and water.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir occasionally until the mixture begins to boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
- Taste the sauce and adjust sweetness or seasoning if needed.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container for storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: SIDES
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg